01 . Architectural Assignments - Exteriors
Capturing the exterior of a structure photographically is not always as easy as it would appear on the surface. Shooting requires planning and preparation based on which direction the building faces (North, South, East or West), the time of year, the time of day, the existing weather conditions; temperature, humidity, cloud conditions etc. All of those factors in any number of combinations can make the same building look totally different on any given day. It's part of my job to figure what the optimum shooting window will be given all the variables. Even then there are no guarantees.
Exterior views of any project have to be shown in all views to get a feel of the total. How a structure relates to its surroundings, and how it fits aesthetically is so important that it is one of the primary requirements for any photographic submission to AIA competitions. This can mean putting in the extra effort to get as unique overall view of the structure that can be obtained.
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02 . Architectural Assignments - Interiors
Architects like to see their work approached honestly, reflecting the feel of the interiors as they appear. For that reason, I work hard at utilizing the available light that the occupants of these structures live with on a daily basis. If additional lighting is ever required, I do so in such small amounts that the supplemental lighting can appear more like bounce light that happens in the space naturally.
Architectural photography is not always about the big picture. Even what most observers see as mundane must be shown with a good amount of creative direction, flare and detail. It's important to pay attention to the details, the textures, materials, color choices, lighting, furniture and art work that is critical in defining the project and space.
The technical/mechanical side of the structure, even those that are never seen by the daily occupants are important to the architect on an engineering level. This visual verification supports the fact that the structure was designed to function ergonomically, mechanically and efficiently.
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03 . Graphic Design Projects
The assignments presented in this collection shows the many and varied projects that I undertake on a rather routine basis. Included are a collection of some of the logos that I have created for a broad range of business clients from small to large. Also include are many of the print related pieces, including posters, corporate facility brochures, menu design, CD package design and more.
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05 . History Walk Signage - Henderson, KY
This project was completed for the City of Henderson, KY to be used as historical markers placed in Audubon Mill and Red Banks Parks on the Ohio River and Central Park in the city center. The markers are used to inform visitors and locals alike about locations, people, and events that make up the varied and interesting history of this Ohio River town.
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04 . Assignments: On Location
Going on location is always a challenge because you never know what you'll find. Most often I never see the location until I arrive and I never know how much control I will have over the situation until I'm actually there. Generally speaking the more production/time based the location operates on, the less I can control anything. In an intense production setting where products are mass produced on a non stop schedule there is no control, stopping a worker to shoot anything is not an option, time is truly money on a production line.
To do this type of photography you have to be prepared for just about anything, while getting the shot that's needed and with a creative flare.. . quickly! This type of shooting is not for the faint of heart or control freaks but it is exciting.
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06 . Assignments: Studio Photography
Over the years I've been asked to shoot just about every type of studio subject. The images contained in this gallery site bear witness to that. The subject to photograph is not always exciting but the outcome of the shoot is to make it look graphically exciting anyway. Some of the photographs in this particular portfolio can be found in my Graphic Design Projects as they were ultimately used in a printed piece.
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